Boston

It seems like there are a million attractions in Boston, but if you’re heading to the City of Champions, you should check out a Patriots game, visit the South End and shuck some oysters, and figure out a way to go yachting; that seems like the thing to do in New England. Also, if you and your buddies feel like learning something, you could do the liberty trail. You can get a non-stop flight for 25,000 Starpoints, and get rooms at the Liberty, a Luxury Collection hotel for 12,000 Starpoints, or any of the sixteen other SPG hotel properties for a bit less.

New York

Tough to narrow down all the awesome things going on in New York, but with an SPG Amex Card, you can bid on a few different Moments experiences. I love the sound of an experience that gives you the chance to watch the New York Rangers in style in the SPG Luxury Suite, which is full of complimentary food and beverages, not too shabby! You can also pick up a room at the Weston in Times Square for about 25,000 points, with a bunch of upgrades available, or Le Parker Meridien, steps away from Fifth Avenue for a comparable amount. Actually, there are about thirty-three Starwood hotels in the area, so you’re not hurting for choice.

Fun fact: At the front desk of any hotel, you can ask the concierge what the Instant Awards are for that particular hotel and exchange Starpoints for everything from room service to massages. See what I mean about feeling rewarded?

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